Yep, we knew that Google is attempting to gain some percentage on the desktop solution market from Microsoft. Trying to undermine they long lasting monopoly (o no, did I say monopoly!). Now that Microsoft is working towards a full online working environment, Windows Live, the time is ideal for Google. Microsoft is now entering the grounds of Google. Shows that they have alot of confidence, or stupidity. Because you can’t really call there online adventure successful until now, Live Search isn’t a real hit. Instead its getting hit, by Google. And many directors have passed trying to make Live Search fly, but until now, none really have succeded.
So is Google taking first steps in preparing their attack on MS ? Because they made a (very) small version of one of MS’ better selling products, their flight simulator game. Yep indeed, never saw it ? Its hidden in Google Earth, install Google Earth (free) , run it and hit Ctrl + Alt + A and the flight simulator will start. You can choose between a F16 fighter jet and a SR22 propeller aircraft, you can select your starting point and start flying.
Well as I said, its a very minimalistic flight simulator, no cockpit or anything and very simplistic controls. Nothing for an experianced digital air pilot. But for non-flight simmers amongst us a fun thingy for the boring moments.
The area that is of course very detailed is the ground, well as detailed as a 2D image can get. Google of course used their rather large collection of satellite photos (same as they use for Google Earth).
Try it out, have fun with it for one hour and then never open it again. As most people I assume…
Greets !
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